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5/6/2015 3:41PM

Orson Welles at 100: His Greatest Films

Orson Welles would have been 100 years old today. Michael Calia takes a brief look at the legendary filmmaker's most influential works that changed film forever. For more coverage, visit blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy.

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